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Ballistics/MIL-SPEC

What is Ballistic and Military Standards Testing?

NTS has been serving the needs of the U.S. government, military, and commercial sectors for fifty years. NTS technical experts have the knowledge, experience and dedication to successfully conduct extensive evaluation and testing programs. We can provide complete turnkey solutions for MIL-STD testing and other compliance programs, helping you manage risk, improve safety and develop better products overall.

Our Facilities

NTS Camden: Our Camden, AR facility is one of the most complete independent weapons and ordnance testing facilities in the country. Home of the National Ordnance and Ballistic Test Center, NTS Camden hosts an advanced suite of simulation, data acquisition and analysis tools, and we can provide the intelligence and insights necessary to streamline the MIL-STD testing process. Notable features include a 3000 meter firing range, drop tower facility, a vibration testing system capable of testing up to 40,000 force pounds, and a set of hazardous material shakers that can be run at temperatures between -150 and 300°F. With these and other advanced technologies,NTS is equipped to satisfy the defense industry’s testing and evaluation needs well into the future.

NTS Wichita and Chesapeake Testing: NTS Wichita and Chesapeake locations are home to our body armor and small arms testing facilities. Staffed by a team of engineers with a background in ballistics analysis for defense and law enforcement, these facilities are able to expedite compliance with MIL-STD-662F, NIJ 0101.06 and other standards. Key features include indoor and outdoor ranges, non-ballistic testing laboratories (STAB), X-ray CT scanning, and environmental conditioning along with a suite of advanced data acquisition tools including Doppler radar, Phantom high speed cameras and FARO laser scanning software.

What Military Specifications Are Tested

MIL-STD-810— the “Department of Defense Test Method Standard for Environmental Engineering Considerations and Laboratory Tests” — covers most of the environmental factors encountered during the use of military equipment in all stages of its service life. MIL-STD-810 testing involves replicating these conditions in a controlled laboratory environment through the use of temperature, humidity, shock, vibration, acceleration and other simulation equipment.

Method 501.2 – High Temperature

Method 502.4 – Low Temperature

Method 503.4 – Temperature Shock

Method 507.4 – Humidity

Method 509.4 – Salt Fog (Spray/Corrosion)

MIL-STD-461— the “Department of Defense Requirements for the Control of Electromagnetic Interference Characteristics of Subsystems and Equipment” — covers the EMC and EMI requirements for all electrical and electronic equipment used in defense applications. NTS has a network of facilities that can perform MIL-STD-461 testing in-house using highly controlled, anechoic chambers. We can also perform MIL-STD-461 testing in situ, when it is required for components that are too large or too expensive to transport to one of our locations.

MIL-DTL-901E— the “Department of Defense Requirements for Shock Tests, High Impact, Shipboard Machinery, Equipment, and Systems” — is the military standard governing shock-resistance requirements for shipboard equipment. MIL-DTL-901E certification is required for principle devices, subsidiary components and subassembly components, including both those that are essential for safety and combat, and those that could become hazardous to the crew if exposed to shock. Shock testing to MIL-S-910 standards can be performed at NTS labs across the country. Our Rustburg, VA location is specially equipped with a 36-acre, 1,800 x 250 x 130-ft. quarry for heavyweight applications.

MIL-STD-167— “Department of Defense Test Method Standard: Mechanical Vibrations of Shipboard Equipment” — is similar to MIL-STD-901D but covers specifically the effects of environmentally and internally excited vibrations on shipboard equipment. Replicating these factors in a controlled laboratory environment requires powerful shakers and precise instrumentation. NTS maintains some of the best-equipped facilities in the country for MIL-STD-167 vibration testing. Contact our head office to discuss your requirements and find a testing lab near you.

NTS has been a partner to defense and naval contractors for more than 50 years. In addition to the above, we can provide testing to other MIL standards, including MIL-STD-120 (gage inspection), MIL-STD-248 (welding and brazing procedures), MIL-STD-516 (airworthiness) and MIL-STD-767 (control of hardware cleanliness). For more information, request a quote or contact an NTS location near you.